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Enthusiastic collaboration within a fast-paced, team-oriented consulting environment * Sensitive navigation of public health challenges involving behavioral health, substance use, and community ...

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(Open Application) Associate Public Health Consultant

BME Strategies

Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Associate Public Health Consultant
Location: Remote/East Coast Preferred
Description
Founded in 2004, BME Strategies is a Massachusetts-based consulting firm specializing in the design, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs for local, regional, and state government partners. Our work supports evidence-based, community-driven solutions that strengthen public health systems and advance equity across the communities we serve. At BME, our clients are on the front lines of Public Health. Priorities may shift but our commitment to supporting our partners does not. We take pride in having multi-year, multi-project engagements, often working closely as an extension of their staff. Our success comes from our shared values: a bias toward action; optimistically collaborative; willingness to navigate ambiguity; minimal ego - no job is too small or big; pursuing the equitable solution; always learning, and; committed to quality at every stage.
Position Overview
Please note: This posting is intended to serve as an open application for future Associate-level Public Health Consultant opportunities. BME Strategies reviews applications on a rolling basis as project needs arise for roles with similar responsibilities and experience requirements. While we may not be actively hiring for this exact position at this time, candidates whose backgrounds align with upcoming opportunities may be contacted regarding next steps. Due to the anticipated volume of applications, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
The Associate Public Health Consultant (Associate) provides planning, coordination, and project support to BME Strategies, a Massachusetts-based public health consulting firm. Associates work closely with project teams and clients to advance a wide range of initiatives, including program design and project management, grants management, emergency preparedness, coalition building, and performance improvement. They also support projects that provide technical assistance in areas such as public health communications, substance use and harm reduction, environmental health and inspectional services, vaccination campaigns and logistics, and strategic planning.
This role would be well-suited to someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to mission-driven public health projects. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who enjoys problem-solving, balancing multiple priorities, and supporting collaborative work in a remote, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
BME Org-Wide Responsibilities for Associate Consultants:
  • Customer service capabilities through a variety of acceptable experiences (retail, service, etc.).
  • Support role, with project leadership opportunities if/as needed.
  • Contributes to exemplary client satisfaction; may seek opportunities for proposal development support through copy-editing

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Support multiple client projects through planning, coordination, and administrative support.
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of public health programs, assessments, trainings, and evaluations.
  • Assist with grants management, including preparing budgets, monitoring spending, developing work plans, and submitting reports.
  • Coordinate meetings, trainings, and events, including scheduling, materials preparation, and follow-up documentation.
  • Maintain organized records, data, and tracking systems to support internal and client reporting.
  • Contribute to the development of written deliverables such as summaries, reports, presentations, and communication materials.
  • Assist in preparing grant proposals and other funding-related documents.
  • Support coalition and partnership activities by helping manage communication and logistics among stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with team members to continuously improve processes and client service.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in support of BME's mission and client commitments.
Experience, Qualification, & Skills
  • Minimum of one year experience working in applied public health (local, state, or federal level), project coordination, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in Public Health or a related field required.
  • Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse colleagues, clients, and community partners.
  • Experience with public health accreditation, quality improvement, or performance management initiatives is desirable.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard project management tools.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced consulting environment.
  • And an alignment with BME's shared values.
Work Environment
  • This is a full-time position based in a home office anywhere within the U.S.
  • BME Strategies in a remote-first organization. This role may require occasional travel to client sites, conferences, or meetings as required.
Compensation & Benefits
  • BME Strategies offers a competitive compensation package that includes:
    • 6+ weeks total leave, including paid vacation, sick time, personal leave, and floating holidays;
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance, with 75% employer-paid coverage for the employee & 50% employer-paid coverage for dependents;
    • Health FSA and dependent care FSA;
    • 401(k) with employer match;
    • Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance;
    • One-time technology stipend;
    • And opportunities for professional development and career growth.

  • The salary range for this position is $70,720 - $83,200.

Please note: New employees are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint, dependent upon internal equity and the budgeted amount for the position.
How to Apply
  • To apply for this position, please complete and submit all information in the application link below.
  • We expect a large volume of applicants for this position and only those candidates invited to move forward in the interview process will be contacted.
  • Important Notice on Recruitment Fraud: BME Strategies communicates with applicants only through email addresses ending @bmestrategies.com. We do not use third-party domains for recruitment outreach. If you receive communication from a different email address, please do not respond and report it to us at info@bmestrategies.com
  • Please note that BME Strategies is unable to sponsor work-related visas.
  • BME Strategies is made up of individuals with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one's identity. These varied points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility. BME Strategies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, or current employment status.

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